New Rio MP3 Stereo System

SONICblue's new Rio EX1000 is the first shelf stereo system with MP3/CD playback. The Rio EX1000 features easy navigation, traditional audio features and the ability to play either standard CDs or MP3 CDs, which can hold more than ten hours of music on a single CD. Rio EX1000 features:

• MP3/CD Support - In addition to playing standard audio CDs, the Rio EX1000 can play CD-R or CD-RW discs containing MP3 files. This allows users to listen to more than 10 hours of their favorite music on one CD.



• 120-Watt Speaker System - The Rio EX1000 fills users' rooms with rich, full sound from its 120-watt stereo speaker system featuring a high-quality bi-amplifier that powers two satellite speakers and dual subwoofers. The satellite speakers produce 20 watts of sounds each and the dual subwoofers, which are integrated into the sides of the satellite speakers, produce 40 watts of sound.



• Backlit LCD with Text Display - The large, backlit LCD display on the Rio EX1000 allows for easy navigation of music management and setting changes. With text support, it also displays CD text or track names, letting users view track information while music is playing.

In addition to these features, the Rio EX1000 integrates a digital AM/FM tuner, a cassette recorder, a full function remote control, five pre-set equalizer settings, 24-track programmable CD memory, ¼ inch headphone output and a stereo RCA auxiliary output. $300. www.sonicblue.com